Grow Your Workforce in Iran

Income Tax in Iran

Income Tax in Iran is progressive ranging from 0% to 30%.

Social Security in Iran

In Iran, the social security contributions for employers and employees are structured as follows:

Employer Contribution

• Employers are required to make social insurance contributions at a rate of 23% of the monthly gross salary of each employee.

Employee Contribution

• Employees are required to contribute 7% of their gross salaries towards the social insurance fund, which is withheld by the employer.

Work Visas Iran

The work visas available to legally work in Iran include:

Temporary Work Visa (Type F):

• Applicants must apply for the visa through the General Directorate of Employment of Foreign Citizens in the Ministry of Cooperatives, Labor and Social Welfare, as well as the Passport and Visa Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• The application is typically submitted by the inviting Iranian employer.
• The visa is initially issued for 1 year and can be renewed.
• Requirements include a valid passport, photos, travel insurance, and approval/permit from the relevant Iranian authorities.
• The maximum stay allowed on a single-entry visa is 90 days, while a double-entry visa allows 30 days per entry.